At the 5th Public Service Innovation Competition Awards ceremony, organized by the Office of the Head of the Civil Service of the Federation (OHCSF), Galaxy Backbone (GBB)—Nigeria’s digital infrastructure and shared services provider—participated alongside several important governmental bodies.
The event, hosted in Abuja, honored pioneering concepts from Ministries, Departments, and Agencies (MDAs) that are transforming public service delivery via innovative approaches.
The event drew prominent figures such as the Chief Host and Her Excellency, Mrs Didi Esther Walson-Jack, OON mni., who heads the Civil Service of the Federation. Also present were former Directors-General, Dame Amal Pepple and Mr. Danladi Kifasi, along with Hon. Sani Bala, chairman of the House Committee on Public Services. This gathering highlighted the dynamic capabilities and innovative spirit of Nigeria’s civil servants.
On behalf of the MD/CEO of Galaxy Backbone, Mr. Sani Ibrahim, the Executive Director of Finance & Corporate Services conveyed a goodwill message highlighting that interagency cooperation, digital literacy, and creative problem-solving are essential foundations for national progress.
He stressed that GBB still maintains a strong dedication to backing programs such as the Innovation Competition, which encourage a culture of ingenuity, problem-solving, and change within the governmental sector.
“Innovation is not an option anymore—it’s crucial for developing a responsive, efficient, and digitally equipped government. We at Galaxy Backbone take pride in supporting this objective via our Integrated Digital Transformation Strategy (IDTS). This strategy focuses on advancing digital infrastructure, fostering innovation, ensuring data security, and enhancing capabilities across various ministries, departments, and agencies,” he emphasized.
In the 2025 iteration of the contest, there were remarkable submissions totaling 155, including 132 participants who showcased creative concepts and 66 groups that offered practical strategies aimed at improving service provision and administration.
Centered on improving administrative procedures, crafting leadership continuity plans, enhancing staff well-being, and managing organizational transitions, this year’s gathering reinforced the importance of innovation in building a forward-looking governmental sector.
Galaxy Backbone acknowledges the significant part that digital transformation plays in enabling government employees to make a enduring difference. Through initiatives like the Public Service Innovation Contest, GBB strengthens its dedication to providing the public sector with the resources, expertise, and technological framework essential for advancing Nigeria.
In line with this dedication, GBB will offer mentorship to every winner of the innovation challenge, assisting them in honing their concepts, expanding deployment efforts, and fostering enduring change throughout the public sector.
As the nation progresses towards electronic governance and effective service provision, GBB remains a key ally in establishing a linked, inventive, and technologically competent civil service.
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